How to make apple wine?
To make apple wine, you will need:
- apple juice 8-10 liters;
- sugar — 2 kg;
- unwashed bunch of grapes;
The wine preparation takes at least 3 months.
1. Preparation of raw materials
Gather and thoroughly wash the apples. It is recommended to use not just one, but 3–4 different varieties, as their combination provides an optimal balance of acidity, sugar content, tannins, and aroma. A mixture of several varieties contributes to the formation of a more complex flavor and a stable fermentation process.
Figure 1. Bag for collecting apples and fruits 10l (Manufacturer: LE KANGOUROU)
2. Crushing and maceration
Crush the apples using a crusher. Cover the resulting mass with a lid and leave it for 6-24 hours for maceration. This stage has a significant impact on the aroma, taste, and color of the finished drink. The duration of maceration is determined by the desired result, varietal characteristics, and aging conditions.
Figure 2. Crushing apples with the electric grinder ESE-055 (Manufacturer: APPLE PRESS LTD.)
3. Juice extraction
Extract juice from the crushed apples using a press.
Figure 3. Juice extraction using the hydraulic press GP-26 (Manufacturer: APPLE PRESS LTD.)
4. Primary fermentation
Transfer the juice to a fermentation vessel, add sugar at the rate of 0.5 kg per 8-10 liters of juice, and place the unwashed bunch of grapes in the vessel. Close the vessel with a lid and install an airlock. Leave it for 3 weeks to ferment in a warm place.
Figure 4. Glass fermentation vessel with a volume of 5 liters and an airlock
5. Secondary fermentation
After the primary fermentation is complete, drain the wine, remove the sediment, and rinse the bunch of grapes. Add another 1.5 kg of sugar, previously dissolved in a portion of warmed juice, then place the bunch back in the vessel. Leave it for one month to ferment.
6. Aging
After a month, drain the wine again, removing the sediment and the bunch of grapes. Leave it in a cool place for another month.
7. Bottling and storage
After aging, bottle the wine and place the bottles in a cool place, such as a cellar. It is optimal to use glass containers with a volume of 10–20 liters. For pouring the required amount of drink, it is advisable to use a special wine pump to avoid disturbing the sediment.
Important: it is recommended to consume the drink within 1.5 years.
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